Lot 628
Dickens, Charles (1812-1870) English novelist. Signature with an elaborate paraph and the date "July, 1863", 6½ x 4¼ in., on specially-printed paper signifying that the autograph was signed at a fair for the benefit of the Royal Dramatic College. Printed at the top beneath a British crest: "Royal Dramatic College / Fête And Fancy Fair. / Crystal Palace, / July 25 and 27th 1863." Printed below the signature is: "The above Autograph was purchased at Mrs. Howard Paul's Stall / For the Benefit of the Royal Dramatic College." Fine. Matted with an image of Dickens and framed to an overall size of 21 x 11 in. With a COA from the late autograph dealer Charles Hamilton on the verso.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $810 |
